# READING MAGIC 2 vs DC Circuit Builder

The clearest difference is rating: READING MAGIC 2 at 4.5 against DC Circuit Builder's 2.6. READING MAGIC 2 also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 50%). DC Circuit Builder's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (26 vs 8). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. READING MAGIC 2 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DC Circuit Builder asks for nothing beyond the download.

READING MAGIC 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 26 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of READING MAGIC 2's written reviews are positive against 50% of DC Circuit Builder's.

## The numbers

| Metric | READING MAGIC 2 | DC Circuit Builder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055/reviews)** | [2.6 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-circuit-builder/id863128050/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **26** |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 258 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.7 | **5.1.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRESCHOOL UNIVERSITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/404048727) | [Nerd Island Studios, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/546699733) |

## What reviewers say

### READING MAGIC 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-magic-2/id432526055)

This app helps children master consonant blends, a key skill for reading success. It offers interactive modes for blending sounds, segmenting words, and independent reading practice with over 300 words and engaging themes.

**Highlights:** Blending Mode for sound practice, Segmenting Mode for word breakdown, Reading Mode for independent word reading, Focus on CCVC and CVCC words, Advanced consonant blend practice, Over 300 words with male/female voices, Themed lessons for engagement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deluxe Upgrade | $3.99 | one-time |


### DC Circuit Builder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-circuit-builder/id863128050)

Design, build, and test DC circuits with realistic component behavior. Visualize charge flow and power dissipation. Ideal for students and educators to grasp fundamental electrical concepts.

**Highlights:** Design series, parallel, and compound circuits, Visualize charge flow, Realistic voltmeters and ammeters, Voltage displayed on circuit nodes, Bulb brightness indicates power dissipation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is READING MAGIC 2 free?

READING MAGIC 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DC Circuit Builder free?

DC Circuit Builder is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, READING MAGIC 2 or DC Circuit Builder?

READING MAGIC 2 is rated higher. READING MAGIC 2 averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while DC Circuit Builder averages 2.6 from 26 ratings.

### Do READING MAGIC 2 or DC Circuit Builder have ads?

Neither READING MAGIC 2 nor DC Circuit Builder shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*